Deliver menus and take orders from patients, giving help and advice where necessary on allergens and dietary requirements.

Offer a hot beverage round during each service.

Clear down ward areas and wash up dirty dishes ensuring that the kitchen is fully prepared for next service

Liaise with ward staff to ensure patients’ needs are met in a timely manner.

Offering a great customer service by putting the patient first.

Ideal candidate

Good command of the English language with a passion for patient care and be able to liaise closely with ward staff

Awareness of food & hygiene standards

Must have a 'Can do' attitude

Able to work under pressure, individually and as part of a team.

Ability to work in a fast paced healthcare environment and has a flexible approach to meet the needs of the business.

Previous Catering experience and knowledge is desirable but not essential as full training will be given

Be aware that this is a hospital environment and at times you will come in contact with patients that are particularly unwell or showing signs of distress.

This position is subject to a Disclosure & Baring Service check costs, are met by the employer

About the company

Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

We offer great discounts such as discounted cinema tickets, gyms membership, food outlets and supermarkets as well as life insurance and the option to join the company pension scheme. We offer further training by offering an accredited qualification through our NVQ program.